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HOLIDAY HOMES
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HOLIDAY BROCHURE
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BY ASLI SERAP TAŞDELEN

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Setting the scene for pre-reading: We are going to discuss

holidays and look at a holiday brochure and pictures. The
lesson is aimed at Pre-Intermediate level.
qWhat do you see in the pictures?
qWhere do you prefer spending your holiday in a hotel or an unusual
place?
qWhat do you think our text will be about?
VOCABULARY
Confident: sure of oneself and one's abilities,correctness,
Luxurious: very comfortable and expensive,
Unforgettable: a strong effect on you that you cannot forget it.
Accommodation: a place to live, work, stay in,
Yurt: A circular ,portable tent,
Unique: one and only, single,
Dwelling: a house or place to live in,
Cosy: comfortable and pleasant,especially (of a building) because of being small and warm,
Traditional: customs, beliefs, or methods are ones that have existed for a long time without
changing
Primitive: early stage of development
Delight: Something that gives great pleasure or enjoyment
What is an eco yurts?
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If you want to do something different for your next holiday, you have come to the
right place. We have a wide range of alternative and exciting holiday options waiting
for you. We are confident that you will find the holiday of your dreams with us.
Luxurious hotels are great, but are they truly memorable? If you want a unique,
unforgettable experience, you will love the accommodation we have waiting for you.
Eco Yurts: If your perfect holiday means getting away from everything and getting
close to nature, our eco yurts will not disappoint you.
What is an eco yurt? A yurt is a portable dwelling traditionally used by nomadic
people across Asia. It is a kind of circular domed tent.
Are they comfortable? If you expect our yurts to be primitive, you will be surprised.
As you can see, our yurts are cosy, warm and comfortable. The yurts are
heated by a central stove and retain their heat even in the coldest weather.
Traditional decoration and furniture make our yurts beautiful and cosy.
A microwave and a fridge in each yurt will make your stay very
comfortable. Shower and washing facilities are located a close distance
from the yurts and are kept heated at all times during the cooler times of the
year.
What if it rains? You might ask, 'What will I do if it rains?'
The answer is simple. You can relax and keep dry, because our yurts are
completely watertight. You won't get wet if it rains!
How many people does a yurt cater for? If you want to come with friends, you
can share one of our larger yurts which sleep 7 people.
What about location? If you want to discover the delights of France, Spain or
Britain, you will find a number of eco yurt villages in the middle of the beautiful
countryside in each of these countries.
Each eco yurt village is in a peaceful green location but within easy reach of many
local attractions.
So, why not book now and make your dreams come true!
A warm welcome and a cosy yurt awaits you.
Call Eco Yurts now
Bookings & enquiries : 0342 222 333 55
LOOK AT THE TEXT AND COMPLETE THE SENTENCES
What if it rains? 
If it rains, you can relax and keep dry. You won't get wet if it rains.
 How many people does a yurt cater to?
If you want to come with friends, you can share one of our larger yurts which sleep 7 people.
 What about location?
If you want to discover the delights of France, Spain, or Britain, you will find several eco-yurt
villages in the middle of the beautiful Countryside in each of these countries.
FIRST CONDITIONAL STATEMENTS
If you want a unique, unforgettable experience, you will love the accommodation we have waiting for
you.
Usage: to talk about possibilities in the present or the future.
FIRST CONDITIONAL TENSE
Form: If + present, will + verb
Meaning
The first conditional is used to talk about actions/events in the future which are likely to happen or have
a real possibility of happening.
If it rains tomorrow, I'll stay at home.
(I think there is a real possibility of rain tomorrow. In this condition, I will stay at home)
If my father doesn't buy me a bike for my birthday, I will be very unhappy.
(I think there is a real possibility that my father won't buy me a bike. In this condition, I will be unhappy)
Additional points
Other modal verbs can be used in place of WILL.
If it's sunny tomorrow, I might go to the beach. (going to the beach is only a possibility)
If you come early, you can meet my mother. (you can meet my mother(
QUESTIONS TO BE ASKED TO STUDENTS

What kind of holiday do you like?

I like a relaxing and comfortable holiday with my friends and family.
Do you prefer staying in an Eco Yurt?
Yes, Eco Yurt would be exciting and different for me. Also, it is comfortable and funny to stay in.
Where do you prefer to stay doing your holiday? Why?
I prefer a tent. Because I like nature and luxurious hotels are expensive for students. And they are boring after a
few days. Every day is the same as planned. We have the opportunity to visit a lot of places while staying in a
tent.
Do you know what a nomad is?
People move from one place to another rather than living in one place all of the time.
Did you like the pictures described in the text?
Yes, Eco Yurts are very comfortable and cozy. I want to go there with my family and friends.
TR✔E or FXLSE

Do the following statements agree with the information about the reading passage?
If you want to come with friends, you can share one of our larger yurts which sleeps 5 people.
There are microwaves and a fridge in each yurt.
Shower and facilities are located a far distance from the yurts. You can reach there by walking
for about15 minutes.
Eco Yurt Village is in a peaceful green location. You can easily reach many local attractions.
An Eco yurt is a portable dwelling traditionally used by nomadic people across Europe.
If you want a unique, memorable experience, you will enjoy the accommodation in Eco Yurt.
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Fill in the gaps in the sentences below with one word from the word list on the right

1) This room is nice and ……... in the winter. VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT

2) They have a very .......... house.
Luxurious (adj.)
3) If you feel ............. enough, why not take your
game to a Tetris tournament? Unforgettable (adj.)
4)The price for the holiday includes flights Accommodation (n.)
and ............
Dwelling (n.)
5) A visit to the Museum is an ............ experience.
6) Each person's signature is ........
Cozy (adj.)
7) Nomads did not need a permanent .................. Confident (adj.)
as they moved around to find food.
Unique (adj.)
1- cosy
2- luxurious
3- confident
4- accommodation
5- unforgettable
6- unique
7- dwelling
HOMEWORK
Write and tell your most exciting holiday
Write 10 first conditional sentences about your Daily Life